White Chocolate Popcorn Recipe - 3 Ingredient White Chocolate Popcorn (2024)

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We love making fun treats at our house that don’t take a lot of work. This White Chocolate Popcorn is not only festive and delicious but so easy to make!

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White Chocolate Popcorn Recipe

We have so much fun baking around here but it has to be simple. From cake mix cookies, to simple cake recipes… life needs to be fun. Make sure to check out more of my favorite easy dessert recipes.

However, it also has to be quick and frugal in our house and this White Chocolate covered Popcorn Recipe is just that. If you love flavored popcorns, try Peanut Butter Popcorn Recipe or Easy Homemade Caramel Popcorn Recipe.

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Ingredients:

You only need 3 easy ingredients to make this white chocolate popcorn!

How to Make White Chocolate Popcorn:

  1. Prepare the popcorn based on the popcorn instructions.
  2. Spread out the popped popcorn in a single layer on a baking sheet.I suggest lining the pan with parchment paper before putting the microwave popcorn on it for super easy clean up. (Make sure to pick out any popcorn kernels.)
  3. Melt the white chocolate chips with the vegetable oil in a microwave safe bowl in the microwave at 30 second intervals until the chips are completely melted and smooth.
  4. Now you have to act quick. Then take a fork or a spoon and drizzle melted white chocolate over the popcorn.
  5. Allow the popcorn to cool so that the white chocolate re-hardens. Then break apart the popcorn and enjoy.

It really is that simple to make this easy white chocolate popcorn recipe.

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How do you melt white chocolate?

You can use a double boiler to melt the chocolate but I find that it’s much easier to melt in the microwave. Make sure that you use a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals so that you don’t accidentally burn the chocolate.

Also, you will need to add oil when melting the white chocolate. I find that white chocolate tends to clump when melting but adding the vegetable oil help the chocolate to be creamy and easier to drizzle onto the cooked popped corn.

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Substitution Ideas:

I prefer white chocolate for this recipe but if you’re not a fan of white chocolate, you can also use milk or dark chocolate chips instead. Either will work great.

Also, you can use melting chocolate or almond bark instead of white chocolate chips. White chocolate chips are generally just more affordable at my local grocery store.

Also, you can use avocado oil or coconut oil instead of vegetable oil. Just make sure that the oil has a high boiling point so that it does not burn in the microwave.

Topping Ideas:

This recipe is so fun and easy to jazz up with some of your favorite toppings to make it work for any event or any occasion. Here are some of our favorite ideas to top this popcorn recipe with.

  • Sprinkles – I love adding in sprinkles to celebrate the holidays.
  • More Chocolate Candy – Mix in some of your favorite chocolate candies. We love topping with M&Ms the best!
  • Nuts – Any type of nuts will add a nice salty crunch to this recipe as well.

You really can not go wrong with the toppings whichever way that you decide.

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How much did this quick treat cost us?

I got my bagged popcorn on sale for $.50 (3 bags) which means one bag cost me $.17. The white chocolate cost me $1 for the bag, so I only used $.50 worth.

My total cost was under $1. Talk about a great treat for the family without spending a ton of money!

This is such a frugal treat and a great snack for a large family or to serve a large crowd. You do not have to worry about spending tons of money.

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How to Store:

Store any leftover popcorn in an air tight container or bag at room temperature for up to 1 week.

However, I find that the popcorn is best fresh. The popcorn will become more chewy as it sits.

Everyone loves White Chocolate Popcorn:

It is the perfect salty sweet treat! You will love this easy recipe.

Sometimes we make it for movie night and it is delicious and so easy! If we are watching a movie I just put the popcorn in a large bowl and it is one of our favorite treats to enjoy.

I think you could melt whitechocolate and make just about anything delicious. 🙂 This popcorn recipe is sure to be a hit!

Let us know how your White chocolate popcorn turns out!

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White Chocolate Popcorn

5 from 7 votes

This White Chocolate Popcorn Recipe is easy to make and everyone loves it! It is the perfect treat for your family to enjoy!

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings 6

Cuisine American

Course Dessert

Calories 423

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

  • 10 cups Popped Popcorn (or use 2 (2 oz.) bag of microwave popcorn)
  • 1 bag white chocolate chips (12 oz. bag)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Spread out the popped popcorn on a baking sheet.

  • Place the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a small microwave safe bowl. Melt by heating in the microwave at 30 second intervals until the chocolate is melted and creamy.

  • Quickly drizzle the chocolate over the popcorn.

  • Allow to cool completely at room temperature. Then break apart and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

You can also top the popcorn with sprinkles or mix in your favorite type of candy after you drizzle the popcorn with the chocolate and before allowing it to cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 423kcal, Carbohydrates 44g, Protein 5g, Fat 26g, Saturated Fat 16g, Cholesterol 12mg, Sodium 182mg, Potassium 241mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 33g, Vitamin A 49IU, Vitamin C 1mg, Calcium 117mg, Iron 1mg

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FAQs

Why is my chocolate popcorn soggy? ›

Your looking for a light coat of chocolate on the popcorn -- too much will make the popcorn soggy and spongy.

Will melted white chocolate chips harden? ›

Chocolate that is melted but not tempered will begin to re-solidify as it cools. To keep the chocolate nice and smooth while you're using it, say if you're dipping strawberries, keep the chocolate over the water pan of the double boiler - but off of the stove - so that the steam continues to keep the chocolate warm.

How do you melt white chocolate to drizzle? ›

Microwave Method
  1. Place white chocolate chunks or pieces in a microwave-safe bowl.
  2. Heat no more than 20 seconds at a time.
  3. Each time you heat the chocolate, take it out of the microwave and stir. Continue to heat and stir until the white chocolate is fully melted—remember, it is easy to burn white chocolate.
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How do you make popcorn soft and fluffy? ›

A good lid is important when making popcorn, but there's a bit of a strategy here. For the best results, and lowest number of un-popped kernels leave the lid open just a hairline amount. It allows any steam or moisture to get out as well, resulting in fluffy kernels.

What makes popcorn crispy? ›

The best method of popping corn will evenly heat up the kernels, not too fast nor too slowly, while also allowing the developing steam to escape so the popcorn stays crisp and crunchy.

Why won't my white chocolate melt? ›

Because white chocolate is so finicky, it can easily seize if steam or water gets into the bowl while you're melting the chocolate, or if it overcooks.

How long does it take for melted white chocolate to set? ›

Although using a freezer can harden chocolate more quickly, it may cause blooming, resulting in discoloured chocolate. White chocolate generally solidifies more rapidly than milk or dark chocolate, setting in around 10-20 minutes. On the other hand, milk and dark chocolate usually take 20-30 minutes to harden.

Why won't my white chocolate harden? ›

The chocolate wasn't tempered (or pre-crystallised)

As a result, your chocolate won't harden and will continue to feel wet. Always temper your chocolate properly before working with it. How to temper chocolate?

What is the best white chocolate brand? ›

  • Chocolat Madagascar- 45% White Chocolate (ICA White Plain Award Winner 2018) ...
  • Omnom- Coffee and Milk (ICA Flavoured White Gold Award 2018) ...
  • Fossa - Salted Egg White Chocolate. ...
  • Karuna - White Chocolate with Blackcurrants. ...
  • Jordi's- 40% White Chocolate with Nibs (AOC Bronze Award 2020) ...
  • Try our top white bars.

Can you fix seized white chocolate? ›

Once chocolate has seized it's not easy to coax it back to liquid form. Sometimes whisking a tablespoon of warm water into the chocolate works, then add more water a teaspoon at a time until the chocolate is smooth. Or try adding a few drops of vegetable oil or clarified butter (as it's water content has been removed).

What is the secret ingredient in popcorn? ›

The flavor all comes down to one ingredient: Flavacol. You've likely never heard of Flavacol because, really, only movie theaters use it. Essentially, it's butter-flavored salt. It's a really fine, bright orange powder that adds that buttery flavor you crave and the signature yellow color.

What is the secret of perfect popcorn popping? ›

As the popcorn pops, try to keep the lid slightly ajar to let the steam from the popcorn release (the popcorn will be drier and crisper and less tough). Once the popping slows to several seconds between pops, remove the pan from the heat: Remove the lid and dump the popcorn immediately into a wide bowl.

Does soaking popcorn make it pop better? ›

There isn't enough moisture in unpopped kernels to create the pressure, so they fail to burst and open. To make your popcorn pop better, try soaking the kernels in a bowl of water for 10 minutes and then draining them. Then, pop the kernels as usual.

How do you fix soggy popcorn? ›

Simply spread it out in an even layer on a baking sheet and place it in a 250°F oven for about five minutes, until it's warmed through. You'll want to check on the popcorn frequently as it's in the oven just to ensure it doesn't begin to burn. Once warmed and crisp again, pour it into a bowl and snack as usual.

How do you keep popcorn from getting soggy? ›

Mixing oil and water

The oil can coat the popped corn and then helps repel the moisture from the kernel, essentially acting as a protective barrier to your crunchy snack.

Why is my popcorn always soggy? ›

You use too much oil

Kernels that are saturated with oil won't pop properly. And when they do pop, they'll explode right into a pool of oil, which will leave them soggy and sad. Less is more when it comes to oil-popped popcorn.

Why does my popcorn feel wet? ›

Moisture content plays a crucial role in the popcorn popping process. Too little moisture, and the kernel won't have enough steam to create the necessary pressure for popping. On the other hand, too much moisture can cause the kernel to explode prematurely or result in a soggy, unappetizing texture.

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